HDR Architecture – Project Coordinator (Req 192245) in Melbourne. HDR's Architecture Business Group is seeking a Project Coordinator with strong technical documentation and drawing skills to join our Melbourne studio.
Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the wider project team for the design and documentation of architectural projects. Create construction documentation of the building and assist in coordination with the consultant team to address the client brief and to satisfy HDR objectives.
Key Accountabilities
We will count on you to deliver outcomes in the following key areas:
* Technical Delivery
Technical Delivery
* Independently create schematic, design development and construction documentation.
* Take ownership of assigned deliverables, using your knowledge and experience to deliver accurate and consistent outcomes.
* Possess sound fundamental knowledge of minimum project compliance requirements including DA, CC, BCA/NCC, DDA, ensuring documentation is aligned with codes and regulations.
* Demonstrate attention to detail; and ability to check work thoroughly before further review.
* Demonstrate proficiency in all frequently used software including Revit, Rhino, MS Office, Adobe Suite.
* Maintain document control and ensure up to date documentation using HDR's systems and workflows.
Design Philosophy & Leadership
* Coordinate the architectural design process, develop alternative solutions and presentation graphics to communicate concepts effectively.
* Produce reasonable study models, renderings, montages, diagrams and presentations, including same or image boards, to clearly communicate design intent.
* Propose creative and technically sound design solutions that capture / enhance the design intent of the project.
* Assist with the preparation for internal and external design and documentation reviews, ensuring all design solutions enhance and maintain the project's design intent.
* Develop and improve basic knowledge of materiality and material limitations being specified and drawn within project-specific contexts.
* Develop ability to translate Design Intent into clearly defined project deliverables across all project phases.
* Develop sound understanding of how theoretical architectural design translates into commercial architectural practice (understanding the 'Design Process').
Project Management
* Apply fundamental Project Management principles to support project delivery.
* Coordinate with Project Leaders to manage external requests (consultants, clients, contractors) and track potential scope changes via internal change control procedures on the HDR Variation Change Register.
* Work with your Project Leader to understand and confirm weekly drawing, design and task deliverables.
* Accurately manage time tracking and resource allocation, ensuring tasks are delivered within project budgets and timelines. Escalating issues or discrepancies as required.
* Support monthly project financial updates including contributing to the HDR Deliverables Planner, estimating hours to complete and helping establish accurate Project Financial Status (Earned Value & Project Progress) where required.
Business Development
* Promote HDR positively to industry and colleagues.
* Demonstrate a well-rounded understanding of HDR's core sector typologies in Australia.
* Support business development efforts by contributing to proposals, presentations and design documentation that reflect HDR's design excellence and strategic value where required.
Desired Skills And Competencies
* Tertiary qualifications in Architecture
* Typically, 3-8 years' experience with demonstrated knowledge in building design and documentation.
* Demonstrated experience working in the Data Centre sector - highly regarded.
* Demonstrated ability to independently produce high quality schematic, design development and construction documentation.
* A sound understanding of key compliance requirements including DA, CC, BCA/NCC, DDA, and the ability to align documentation with relevant codes and regulations.
* High proficiency in Revit - required.
* A proactive, agile working style - open to contributing to various sectors and workstreams as required.
* Excellent communication / interpersonal skills.
* Strong problem solving and continuous improvement mindset.
* Collaborative, proactive and highly organised with good time management.
* Strong portfolio with a great eye for presentation and attention to detail.
* A keen interest in personal and professional development.
* Role model our HDR Values – Live the Network, Listen first, Hold ourselves accountable, Push Boundaries, Design Smart.
* An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture.
What We Believe & Our Commitment
HDR is our company. As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Primary Location: Australia-VIC-Melbourne
Industry: Architecture
Schedule: Full-time
Employee Status: Temporary
Job Posting: Apr 8, 2026
Note: This description represents responsibilities and requirements for the role and is not an indication of future postings. HDR is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace.
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